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Volume 17 • issue 2 - February 2013From our Association Executive
Monthly Newsletter
Well, if it’s a day ending in “y” it’s another day involving the Land Use Code…
The La Plata Economic Development Alliance hosted a meeting on February 1st with City and County Planning officials, including City Manager Ron LeBlanc, City Planning Director Greg Hoch, the new County Manager Joe Kerby, and new County Planning Director Damian Peduto, to update us on the progress of the Land Use Code. The code will be voted on in March, and is currently available for viewing and comment at www.durangocodeupdate.com . There are several upcoming meetings planned starting TODAY so be sure to check out the schedule online.
The meeting was a great opportunity to gain a better understanding of how the City and County have been working together to overcome existing and potential challenges, as well as opportunities for collaboration. The overall goal when creating the new code is to stream-line process and eliminate obsolete and/or conflicting information and restrictions to enable smooth management of and transition between each step of the development process.
Greg and Ron spoke briefly of the recent reorganization of the City’s Planning and Commu-nity Development Office. The new setup helps centralize procedure and allows certain de-partments such as Building Inspection and Code Enforcement to cross train, enabling better communication and understanding of each role in the community development process. There were also several projects mentioned such as Twin Buttes and plans for expansion in the La Posta area that are examples of the range of complexities that the new code will cover.
Complex issues however, don’t seem to be the biggest challenge when it comes to address-ing the issues that arise in the development process. Damian Peduto mentioned he had a unique perspective being new to the area and noted that a lot of what the current code did not address were the simple things like extending property lines, or sometimes simple reno-vations or property improvements.
Please take a moment to review the information available to you regarding the new code, educate yourself on the issues that affect our industry, and remember to voice your concerns and be heard!
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DAAR CALENDAR OF EVENTS
The 2012-2013 Durango Area Association of REALTORS® Board of Directors:
President / Denise Storm / 759-9819 / [email protected] / Kelly Kniffin / 749-3867 / [email protected]
Past President / Jarrod Nixon / 769-0774/ [email protected] Vice President / Jim Wotkyns / 375-7005 / [email protected] / Jerome Bleger / 759-1658 / [email protected] / Cathy Craig / 749-3986 / [email protected]
Director / Gabi Bergstrom / 946-7522 / [email protected] / Linda Buzzalini / 259-6680 / [email protected] / Nicole Perino / 259-6680 / [email protected]
CAR Director/ Lois Surmi / 749-7559 / [email protected] Director/ Jarrod Nixon / 769-0774/ [email protected]
Association Office StaffExecutive Officer/ Amanda Erickson/ 247-9604/ [email protected]
Member Services/ Jasmyn Fouts/ 247-9604/ [email protected] & Communications/ Jo Ann Johnston/ 247-9604/ [email protected]
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Important Updates and Reminders!
MLS TUESDAY MARKETING MEETING CANCELLED
The Tuesday Morning Marketing Meeting has been cancelled. Should you have any questions, please contact DAAR.
1st Quarterly Meeting ScheduledThe next quarterly meeting is scheduled for March 6th at The Durango
Art Center. More information will be forthcoming.
Division of Real Estate Seeking Comments; Suggestions on Contracts and Forms
The Division of Real Estate and the Colorado Real Estate Commission are seeking your input on the 2013 Mandatory Real Estate Contracts and Forms. In an effort to streamline the process and reduce the num-ber of forms changes, licensees have the opportunity to offer sugges-tions on how to improve the forms. Comments and suggestions will be
accepted via email until March 1, 2013.You can submit your comments to: [email protected] compile multiple comments into one email submission to cut down on the number of cor-respondence that Division staff will need to review. Division staff will compile comments and recommendations and will then present proposed suggestions to the Commission’s Forms Com-mittee. It’s the goal of the Division and the Committee to have all forms ready for Commission approval in August, and finalized “DRAFT” forms posted and distributed to educators and publish-ers by October 1, 2013.
COMMITTEE MEETINGS SCHEDULEDCommittee
Executive CommitteeBoard of Directors
Education CommitteeCommunity Service
Date/Time/LocationFriday, 2/01/13 - 8:30 - DAAR
Thursday, 2/07/13 - 8:30 - DAARThursday, 2/07/13 - 11:30 - DAARTuesday, 2/19/13 - 11:30 - DAAR
Contact InformationAmanda - [email protected] - [email protected] - [email protected]
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• Retain your coverage even if you change careers
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• Children can be insured for either $2,500 or $5,000
• Allows for insurance coverage after age 65
• Coverage when traveling on a common carrier
• Spousal Coverage Available
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See the CAR Group Program Information
See the Policy Brochure
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• Allows for insurance coverage after age 65
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See the CAR Group Program Information
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• Retain your coverage even if you change careers
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• Children can be insured for either $2,500 or $5,000
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• Spousal Coverage Available
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See the CAR Group Program Information
See the Policy Brochure
Frequently Asked Questions Download the EFT Form
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• Up to $250,000 individual insurance available (above $30,000 requires Evidence of Insurability)
• Retain your coverage even if you change careers
• Affordable monthly rates
• Children can be insured for either $2,500 or $5,000
• Allows for insurance coverage after age 65
• Coverage when traveling on a common carrier
• Spousal Coverage Available
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See the CAR Group Program Information
See the Policy Brochure
Frequently Asked Questions Download the EFT Form
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La Plata County Board of Equalization Hearing Referees
La Plata County is seeking individuals to serve as independent referees who are experienced in property valuation to conduct hearings related to property valuation disputes and to make findings and submit recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners acting as the Board of Equalization. Applicants must be experienced in the area of property taxation (such as registered, licensed or certified real estate appraisers, licensed real estate bro-kers, and/or licensed attorneys with experience in real estate matters.) Applicants will be required to participate in a one-day mandatory training session in June and must be available for protest hearings from 7/15/13 – 8/5/13 and quarterly abatement hearings. Compensation is $25.00 per hour. Submit letters of interest & summary of qualifications to: La Plata County c/o Jeanne Bignall, 1060 E. 2nd Ave., Durango, CO 81301 by March 1, 2013.
Ethics Corner- By Steve StazelSteve Stazel is a senior ethics instructor for C.A.R. since 1979, teaching the Professional
Standards course here in Durango and across the state of Colorado. He has been a REALTOR since 1974 and is a member of N.A.R.’s Professional Standards Committee.
Steve is available to answer your ethics questions at303-773-3333 or email him at [email protected]
A PROCURING CAUSE QUESTION
Broker A shows his listing to Broker B and Broker B’s buyer. The home has been on the market for 90 days and Broker A has just increased the co-op commission. The house comes close to meeting the buyers needs but not close enough. Broker A mentions that he will be listing a property that very likely will meet the Buyers needs. Broker B says to let him know when the property is available. The next Saturday afternoon Broker A lists the property and calls Broker B. Broker A gives Broker B the lock box information and says that since the sellers will be out of town on Sunday morning for Broker B to feel free to show the house on Sunday morning.
Broker B shows the house on Sunday morning and the buyer LOVES it. Broker B writes a full price con-tract and delivers it to Broker A. Broker A meets with the sellers Sunday afternoon and the contract is accepted.
Well you guessed it. At closing Broker B receives no commission. Broker B files an arbitration. Who wins? You will find the answer in the Code of Ethics, Article Three, Standard of Practice 3-1.
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What’s Happening With The Membership?
Welcome NeW members!Dennis Wimmer - Keller Williams Dianne Heleno - Durango Land & Homes
Good bye aNd Good luck!Marjorie Cruise-Quenelle & Southscapes
Megan Avery - Sterling BrokerageMelanie Verce - Coldwell Banker
Evin Alcindor - Keller WilliamsSuzanne Sitter - Horizon Properties
February birthdays
Gabi Bergstrom ~ 2/1Jacquie Caldwell ~ 2/1
Renee Whittemore ~ 2/2Robin Rasmussen ~ 2/4
Chris Bettin ~ 2/4Karen Overington ~ 2/5Scott Vanderploog ~ 2/7Wayne Jefferies ~ 2/7Cindy Brossman ~ 2/8
Jasmine Lammons ~ 2/8Gayle Webster ~ 2/17
Lila Hess ~ 2/18
Mike Dent ~ 2/18Isaac Fleener ~ 2/19
Lesley Gannon-Meiring ~ 2/20Carol Clyne ~ 2/20
Thad Trujillo ~ 2/21Steve Kawell ~ 2/22Tamara Lazar ~ 2/22
Claudia Williams ~ 2/23Greg Liddle ~ 2/23
Marcus Elliott ~ 2/24Hollie Dowd ~ 2/26Jerry McCoy ~ 2/28
TraNsfers
AGENT NAME:Lindsay Lafferty
TRANSFERRING FROM:Sterling Brokerage
TRANSFERRING TO:Animas Realty Group
February birthdays
1560 Broadway, Suite 925 Denver, Colorado 80202 Phone 303.894.2166 Fax 303.894.2683 www.dora.state.co.us V/TDD 711
The HOA Information and Resource Center
The HOA Information and Resource Center has been in operation since January 1, 2011. It was created in 2010 by the Colorado Legislature as a result of legislative and consumer concerns regarding homeowner’s associations in Colorado. The Office is organized within the Division of Real Estate under the Department of Regulatory Agencies. The HOA Office registers and collects information concerning homeowner’s associations, including an HOA’s contact information, and handles consumer inquiries and complaints from homeowners. The HOA Office provides assistance and information to homeowners, HOA boards, declarants and other interested parties concerning their rights and responsibilities pursuant to the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act (“CCIOA”). The HOA Information Officer administers the HOA Office, and he reviews, analyzes, and presents the data and information collected in an annual report. The report presents data concerning the number and geographical concentration of HOA’s in the State, as well as inquiries and complaint types received. The HOA Office does not however, provide legal advice or mediate disputes with HOA’s or community association managers. Also, the Division of Real Estate and the HOA Office does not have the authority to conduct investigations, nor does it have regulatory oversight over homeowner’s associations or community association managers (who are not licensed real estate brokers). The HOA Office provides informational resource materials and referral information to consumers to assist them with their concerns. The HOA Office receives many inquiries and complaints concerning HOA’s, some of which pertain to:
- HOA managers/management companies; - Board member responsibilities; - Governing documents; - Meetings and elections; - Community maintenance; - Dues, fees, fines and rule enforcement; - Declarant issues; and - Disclosure and production of records.
1560 Broadway, Suite 925 Denver, Colorado 80202 Phone 303.894.2166 Fax 303.894.2683 www.dora.state.co.us V/TDD 711
The HOA Information and Resource Center’s goals for 2013 will be to:
Expand community outreach throughout the State; Utilize media and non-profit resources for the dissemination of HOA
information; Develop more educational information for HOA owners, managers, and
developers; Provide community presentations, forums, and workshops on HOA issues; Offer HOA educational classes for consumers and industry professionals; Have a greater Office website presence with practical HOA issue information and
materials, expanding FAQ’s, and providing useful resource links for additional assistance and referrals;
Streamline the HOA registration system in order to collect relevant HOA data; and
Empower the consumer with knowledge concerning their rights and responsibilities in an HOA.
The HOA Office is committed to assisting homeowners and consumers with the best possible service and providing all interested parties with the resources and information necessary to be better informed regarding HOA issues. You may logon to the website for information regarding the Colorado Common Interest Ownership Act and other informational materials and resources, or you can contact the HOA Officer at the number below if you have any questions or concerns. The HOA Information and Resource Center’s contact information is: Gary Kujawski HOA Information Officer 1560 Broadway, Suite 925, Denver, CO 80202 ph# 303-894-2355 Email: [email protected] http://www.dora.state.co.us/real-estate/HOA.htm
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